In Manhattan average hourly rate for parking is $19 plus 20% tax. If you live in residential building in Manhattan and you have a car the average monthly rate is $450 plus tax in covered parking garage. You cannot just leave the car on the street so many street regulations.. Cleaning. Dedicated bus lanes and what not.
Even the below parking lots which are used mostly by visitors in the city also cost above $20 per hour plus tax. It depends also where u are parking. Some areas in mid town are in above $30/ hr. perfect bumpers and cars without scratches is very difficult.

